We could be on track to being able to navigate TV telekinetically in a technological development that may well prove to be the biggest facilitator of sloth since the introduction of remote controls.
How does it work?
The MindRDR TV is a thought interface that works with the existing … [Read more...]

In April 2012, the webseries The Lizzie Bennet Diaries premiered on YouTube.
Created by Hank Green and Bernie Su, it was a modern-day adaptation of the Jane Austen classic Pride and Prejudice, with the story conveyed in the form of vlog updates.
It proved enormously popular, with The Guardian … [Read more...]

As our editor Katie can probably testify, having young kids is a bit like having a full-time and a half day job on top of your actual day job. Time becomes a myth, personal space stops existing and what the hell is that thing called "sleep" anyway?
Sometimes, you need a reminder that you're not … [Read more...]

As a crafter, one of the things you'll keep hearing is that YouTube is a brilliant teacher. It's got plenty of channels dedicated to teaching you just how to do a treble-crochet, or intarsia knitting or how to needle felt a kitten without injuring your fingers.
So, because we do love our crafters … [Read more...]

Ever heard of shipping? Unless you're a YouTube or Tumblr addict, chances are this trend has passed you by. Shipping is where a community 'ships' together two together as a couple (shipping = relationshipping). Essentially, they post about how they'd love for those individuals to be together as a … [Read more...]

If you've been tuning in to YouTube's excellent Geek Week, then you will have enjoyed some amazing things so far. And the fun will continue until tomorrow, when you can get on board with Best Of Saturday. Meanwhile, if you can't wait and want to catch up on all the fun, here are five (of the many) … [Read more...]

It's been a week of breath-taking achievements. I mean, yeah space-jump-whatevs, but have you seen oiled-up Wyclef's 43rd birthday portrait?
Apparently other things of lesser import also occurred. Highlights of internet news may be found below this fine, fine motorcycle.
More cowbell
Sam … [Read more...]

For those days when watching Gangnam Style video remakes just feels a little bit... flat, we have the Sanwa 3D viewer for your iPhone.
This makes the most of the yt3D, YouTube 3D format, sending the appropriate video to your right and left eyes, turning 3D videos into mini marvels before your … [Read more...]

Inspired by the brilliance of the shorter version of The Big Lebowski, which includes every "F"-based cuss word into one glorious cut, Game of Bastards has taken every mention of dubious parenthood from Game of Thrones series one and turned it into this medley.
Recommended … [Read more...]

A teaser trailer for the prequel to Pixar's Monsters Inc just appeared on YouTube. Monsters University is set in the days before Boo when Sulley and Mike where students at the University of Fear – and not particularly great mates.
Take a peek! It's not due out till next year, so don't get too … [Read more...]

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